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non sequiturs

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun non sequitur has 2 senses
  1. non sequitur - a reply that has no relevance to what preceded it
    --1 is a kind of
    reply, response
  2. non sequitur - (logic) a conclusion that does not follow from the premises
    --2 is a kind of
    conclusion

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Non Sequiturs

Non sequiturs are statements or conclusions that do not logically follow from the initial premises or previous statements. They are incongruous or irrelevant, often appearing as a form of fallacy in arguments or conversations. Non sequiturs can be intentional for comedic effect or unintentional due to a faulty thought process.

Sense 1: Logical Fallacy

Noun

Example sentence: The politician's speech was filled with non sequiturs, making it difficult to understand his actual point.


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Sense 2: Comedic Effect

Noun

Example sentence: The comedian's performance was hilarious, as he continuously used non sequiturs to surprise and confuse the audience.


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Sense 3: Faulty Thought Process

Noun

Example sentence: Due to his distracted mind, John often responded with non sequiturs, leaving everyone puzzled.


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Sense 4: Popular Culture

Noun

Example sentence: The TV show is known for its quirky characters who speak in non sequiturs, adding a unique charm to the storytelling.


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